William (Jack) John Parke passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at his home in Lutz, FL. He was 80 years old. He is survived by his wife, Margaret (Peggy) Settle Parke; his son, William (Jeff) Jeffrey Parke and his wife, Erica; his daughter, Trudy Lynn Parke and her spouse, Jen; his step-daughter, Molli Vioral and her husband, Jason; and his step-daughter, Jillian Pehowic and her husband, Chad. Jack had 17 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his youngest son, Gregory John Parke. Jack was born and spent the first 50 years of his life in the Pittsburgh, PA, area where he owned a trucking business. He then moved to Lutz, FL near Tampa. He eventually started a fundraising business, helping schools, daycares, and sports teams raise funds to help with their expenses. Jack was an avid drag racing fan a champion when he was young. In his later years, he enjoyed relaxing by the pool, playing water volleyball, and sand volleyball. A celebration of life will be held in Pennsylvania at the beginning of next year. Jack will be greatly missed by all who knew him.